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SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 17, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, May 15, in response to the Governor's Budget Revise, the Women's Foundation of California held a theater performance on the North Capital steps in Sacramento. During the May 15 performance, in which each woman had one hand tied behind her back, the Foundation emphasized that damaging public policies and severe budget cuts tie women's hands and keep them trapped in poverty. Women can't embrace their futures, care...

Lease Renewal Signals Intent to Grow Solar Industry in Rochester RED BANK, N.J., May 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that Natcore Technology of Red Bank, NJ, will expand its footprint, and add 27 new jobs as part of an expansion project in Greece, New York, at Eastman Business Park. Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy was on hand for the announcement in Rochester, NY. The expansion is being driven by a $914,000 company investment, supported by $500,000 over 10...

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett today announced that Pennsylvania was awarded a $1.5 million grant from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to design a state healthcare innovation plan. "This initiative is an excellent example of how federal and state government can collaborate for healthcare reform to help cut costs and improve health care for Pennsylvanians," Corbett said. The planning process involves multiple state...

Medium to Light-Weight Natural Gas Vehicle Grants Opening Date also Announced HARRISBURG, Pa., May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett today awarded more than $6.7 million in Act 13 funding to 18 companies and organizations making the switch to natural gas for their heavy-duty fleet vehicles. "Act 13 was a leap forward in strengthening oversight of the drilling industry," Corbett said. "The law was also a leap forward in helping to continue to grow jobs and...

NEWARK, N.J., May 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- As the story about New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's lap band procedure has unfolded, it has been confirmed that a progressive New York minimally invasive surgeon who performed the operation, actually traveled to the Governor's home in Mendham, New Jersey on more than one occasion to examine Christie. This doctor is not licensed to practice in New Jersey. Perhaps the governor doesn't believe that the State law applies to him, and he...

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 14, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett has proclaimed the week of May 12 as National Transportation Week, noting the vital role that multi-modal transportation plays in strengthening Pennsylvania's safety, economy and quality of life.    Corbett's proclamation coincides with the transportation week's national observance.  National Transportation Week is commemorated annually to raise public awareness about the importance of transportation to...

PHILADELPHIA, May 14, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/-- Governor Tom Corbett joined Chilean Minister of Agriculture Luis Mayol Bouchon today to discuss new economic opportunities associated with expanding Chilean agriculture trade to the Port of Philadelphia. "Today's visit to the Port of Philadelphia follows up my administration's efforts in South America to tout Pennsylvania and its deep water ports as a gateway to U.S. markets," said Corbett. "Already a top destination of Chilean...

"In a state where more abortions per capita are performed than any other, Governor Cuomo's proposed legislation would completely expose women and girls to the horrors and dangers of today's back-alley abortion clinics," warned AUL's Dr. Charmaine Yoest. WASHINGTON, May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The grisly evidence in Kermit Gosnell's "House of Horrors" criminal trial in Philadelphia should be a wake-up call to New Yorkers who could soon be more vulnerable to similar deadly...

NEWARK, N.J., May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The State of New Jersey is prosecuting the case against Dr. Richard Kaul, a successful UK-born doctor who is seen by many patients and colleagues around the world as a pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery. Until his license was suspended last year because of a perceived lack of credentials to practice endoscopic procedures, Kaul was operating out of several ambulatory surgical centers in the state. Interestingly, it was reported...

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Governor Tom Corbett announced today that the Department of Environmental Protection has awarded $32,880 in grants to help four small businesses across Pennsylvania invest in energy-efficiency or pollution-prevention projects. "Investment in small business is a cornerstone to sound economic growth," Corbett said. "These grants will help small business owners continue to thrive in Pennsylvania." Pennsylvania's Small Business...